Is your elementary, middle, or high school kid interested in bowling? San Luis Obispo has three fun options for family bowling! Bowling is also a fantastic idea for birthday parties and meeting up with friends. All bowling alleys in San Luis Obispo offer bumpers for beginners and shoe rentals.
Mustang Lanes at Cal Poly SLO
California Polytechnic State University, or Cal Poly for short, has a bowling alley open to the community. The 10 lanes have optional bumpers for little kids.
For extra fun, the Cal Poly bowling alley has two tournament billiard tables and a new arcade which includes air hockey and basketball games. Hungry families can order food at the nearby Mustang Station restaurant.
- Where: Cal Poly University Union (Bottom Floor) 1 Grand Avenue, Building 65, Room 118, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
- Learn more: Mustang Lanes website
Pismo Bowl
This cute bowling alley is a wonderful option for kids and families. This family-owned bowling alley has eight lanes and a retro feel with its above-ground ball returns and diner.
If your kids get hungry during bowling, the Pismo Bowl diner has pizza, burgers, chicken strips, sandwiches, and fries available to order.
- Where: 277 Pomeroy Avenue, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
- Learn more: Pismo Bowl website
Rancho Bowl in Santa Maria
If you live in south San Luis Obispo County or don’t mind driving a bit, Rancho Bowl is the biggest bowling alley in the area. Rancho Bowl features 32 newly remodeled lanes, an arcade, and a restaurant.
The restaurant has many options for hungry kids: mac and cheese, chicken tenders, pizza, burgers, tater tots, and more.
- Where: 128 East Donovan Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93454
- Learn more: Rancho Bowl website
